Gus Mercurio

I remember Gus from movies. But I remember working with Gus to make my first TV and/or Radio ad. Success beyond dreams. My Highlights. 1. Going as his guest to Boxing Hall of Fame night, Gus being MC on opening my new office and New Home Lifesyle Centre. There was a lot more in all of those years, but it ended with Gus coming to my 60th birthday party. He was in pain and I was full of joy that he made the effort. Gus, king of kings, all the best Leighton.

Gus, (Augustino Eugenio), won the hearts of many. He brought smiles to our faces & tears to our eyes, with his acting. He had the biggest heart that no human being has. He's raspy voice, his generosity, his kind nature, his energetic personality, his talents & he was an awesome man altogether. We will never forget you Gus. You will be missed by us all...
RIP...
LEGEND...

Gus.
It was a pleasure to have known you,you were larger than life,always time to speak to anyboby,vast knowledge of life,a peoples person.
R.I.P.
Bill Jermieson.Aberdeen Scotland.

There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Gus it has been a privilege to have had you as part of our extended family for many years. My fondest memories will always be those shared around the dinner table with a few glasses of vino, great food and a few jokes from you. I will always treasure the time we shared, love always Nadeene xoxoxo

Gus, You were the bright light that shined in our hearts for over 25 years. now we have but all the wonderful moments we spent together and great memories.Thank you for sharing the Journey and Thanks for the memories, we will always love you Gus XOXO The Clarke Family

In our dreams we send to you with love, from us a wreath
Inscribed "Thanks for the Memories Gus"
May they rest in peace
Our mate of late we'll have a wake
We've shed our tears and two
And think how lucky we have been
For simply knowing you.....

It was a pleasure to have met you Gus
A priviledge to have lived in your time

Austen James

I met Gus and his lovely wife on a few occasions - lovely people....sympathy to all the Mecurio Family - RIP Gus

He fought the good fight.
A champion to the end.

I will cherish my memories of my holidays to Australia in the early 80's. I loved watching; "Five Mile Creek" in the states and when Rita and Gus took me to the Western and Homestead Disney sets, I was in Heaven. I will never forget those times. I wished I got to know Gus better. He would've been an interesting man to have known. He was most of all a very talented actor. Gifted to do numerous different roles and his voice as his trademark.
My deepest condolences to my family: Rita, Jen, Jessica and their extended family; as well as Gus' extended family in Australia, as well as in the States. My love to all of you. Gus, you will be missed!!

Ciao Augustino. Thanks for the many laughs and good times. Thinking of you Rita.
Bob Ruggiero.

Another talented thespian and sportsman whom Aussies adopted from
the US as he adopted this country and then entertained us so well.
His bass tones and accent shall echo in my mind for life as it will with
his bereaved family and friends. RIP Gus you were great!!
Steve Johns Ballina NSW

Rita, Jenni, Jessica & families.....condolences on the passing of Gus....my thoughts are with you all, he was a great and talented man.

"I met and had many conversations with Gus about 15 years ago when I worked for the Professional Boxing Control Board as a clerk. He was always bright and cheerful and nearly always had a gag to tell. He was also very supportive of me, which I will never forget. Thanks old Mate!!! Condolences to the Mercurio Family." Don Goodman (Eaglehawk, Victoria.)

My thoughts and prayers to Rita, Jenni, Jessica and families on the passing of Gus.....Lots of years have passed since I've seen you guys but my thoughts are with you often. We had many a great time as kids in Diamond Creek and we were very much like 1 big family....Condolences to all.

Geraldine Davison (nee Hayes)

A LEGEND ! R.I.P

gus was a great friend and work mate I will miss him. My condolences to Rita and his entire family.

so sad to hear gus has passed away what a charachter loved to watch him on t.v i remember him from when he lived in peacock street burwood and we used to sit in his garage and watch paul and his sister do shows on a makeshift stage in the garage sincere condolences paul the kirkup family bennett street burwood

A wonderful neighbour to our dear mum. A truly gracious, friendly gentleman. Our deepest sympathy to Rita, Paul and all the family. The Clancy's

No more will I pick up the phone and hear that distinctive voice say "goodaye buddy, got a gag for ya".
Gus has been a friend to myself and my wife for close on 50 years.
We met through our involvement in Pistol Shooting in the days when Gus was a Chiropractor in Swan Hill and have remained close through the years, in fact Rita and my wife share a birthday so many joint celebrations were held,see photo.
Gus was a firm believer in "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" and it was this philosophy that endeared him to people in all professions or sports and allowed him to accumulate the diverse range of friends that will miss him greatly, I know that we will.
Goodbye buddy, we had some good times, I would like to think that we will again some day ?.

I met Gus through my father, Reg Evans (an actor) and remember how warmly he spoke of him and the stories he told. My deepest condolences to his family.

Gus, you were a generous and loyal friend,all of your advice and help throughout the years is much appreciated. The memories of the time spent together and the yarns and humour will be an everlasting memory. Thank You Gus, God Bless and may you rest in peace. Malcolm & Samantha Bulner

A very respected actor, who gave us many, many entertaining moments..
My deepest sympathy to his family. Thank you, Gus.

condolences to the Mercurio family..

As nice in person as on the screen, thanks for the memories, so sad that you've gone though. Rest in Peace

les

I miss the great times we had together at our Francois de Castella Beefsteak & Burgundy Club. A raucous man, a great talent with a fine appreciation for the better things of life.
Cheers Gus, and I'll give many toasts to your memory.

Ian A. Hudson Airlie Beach Queensland

I met Gus about 6 years ago. He was so full of life and the most positive person I have ever met. We soon became friends after our first meeting. Gus was a very special man, who was far more than a famous public figure to me and my family. He was a man who loved to inspire others. He certainly inspired me. His love and zest for life has left a lasting impression on me and my family that we will cherish forever. He was truly unique and one of a kind. God Bless You Gus, Rest in Peace my friend, going to really miss you Buddy. Our thoughts and Prayers to the Mercurio Family.

It was always a pleasure to serve you. A polite & humble man who could relate to all. Sympathies to your Family from your Bus Driver & fellow Passengers.

When I first came up with the idea of getting Gus to do a TV ad, back in 1980, I had no idea that my association would go on so long, nor become so personal. Not only so many tv and radio ads, so many years, but special days, such as the Boxing Hall of Fame, the opening of my lifestyle centre, and my birthday party, year before last, when Gus, like always, was always the star! I cherish my book, "Hang in there" and the little note penned by my friend, Gus.
Leighton Clark

As an ammatuer boxer & keen fisherperson I had the very brief pleasure of once meeting & talking with Gus.I am very much the richer for that experience. Through life we meet many people, some good, some bad, & some of whom it is truly a great pleasure to have met, no matter how brief that meeting.You were one of life's true gentlemen Gus & it has been my immense honour & privledge to have met, talked with,learned from, & known you. My sincerest thanks Gus. You wont be forgotton mate.

It has been many years since i first met Gus through Rita his delightful partner, when Rita was a theatrical talent agent in Melbourne and I was then a budding actor who had occassional success. Gus was a wonderful warm and spirited man who had a smile that would embrace you with open arms. I watched an engaging true actor over many years who played many different parts - all so Gus!!! His "World of Sport" moments with Lou Richards and Co. on Channel 7 are now part of Melbourne televisions rich history. It was a privilege to have met Gus those many years ago and of course Rita, whom I have not unfortunately seen for all those many years since. To Rita and family my sincere condolences and to Gus ... a life well lived and a great contribution to so many fields thoughout your life. Melbourne, The Arts and Sport are the poorer.

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

From when we first met at the old channel 10 studios in Nunnawading and all the other studios over the next 20 plus years, I will always remember your warmth and your genuine kindness and how you made me feel at ease doing all those TV ads. In 30 second voice overs there is no one else that could give such little time the strength and character that you did, Gus. A lot of people in Melbourne will remember "Hey Guys"...
I will miss you Gus. your friend Pat Clark

When we travelled Australia for several years making "Gone Fishing" and "Gus Mercurios' Australia' it was mostly the same production crew.

We were all friends and became like a family. Gus was the glue that held this strange family together.

He always tried to leave us with a smile. This time old mate I don't feel like smiling.

Steve Holden - sound recordist and editor

Gus, I'm so sad to hear of your passing. It was a pleasure working with you on "Flipper" and you'll be sadly missed by many people. I hope and pray your family are able to celebrate your life in this time of mourning. Thank you for the memories.

I grew up watching Gus Mercurio on TV. I loved to watch anything he was in, he always made me smile, he was such a character, and that voice of his! I am so sorry to hear of his passing..they don't make 'em like that anymore.

I loved Gus Mercurio as Cap in Flipper and am so very sorry to hear that he has died. Prayers to God for comfort and support going up for Paul, Rita and his family.

One of the true Greats, Thanks Gus for all the great memories you will be sadley Missed. Deepest Sympathy to the Mercurio Family